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Dr. Kunis
Dr. Kunis

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Bio

I am an energetic, dedicated and compassionate physician with over 30 years of professional and personal experience, board certified in Addiction Medicine, Internal Medicine and Anesthesiology. I have served as the Medical Director of two residential treatment facilities for chemical dependence and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. I am currently the addiction medicine specialist for a community mental health facility, providing outpatient, office based, Medical Assisted Treatment for opioid and alcohol dependence at one of their outpatient clinics.

I am passionate about helping addicts and alcoholics get well and develop a program of meaningful recovery. I am an expert in the treatment of opioid dependence and have promoted Medically Assisted Treatment of recovery utilizing Suboxone and Vivitrol. I am a Treatment Advocate on behalf of Indivior, advising addiction professionals on the safe and effective use of Suboxone. I know how to manage chronic pain in the setting of addiction and recovery, promoting a comprehensive treatment program which includes non-opioid medication, physical therapy, massage and chiropractic manipulation and physical modalities.

Specialties

Dr. Kunis is a physician who specializes in the treatment of addiction, which can involve substances, activities, or behaviors. Patients may seek the care of Dr. Kunis for addictions to drugs and alcohol, tobacco, gambling, illegal activities such as theft, the internet, sex, and many more. Treatments that may be offered by Dr. Kunis for patients near Sarasota may include a range of short & long term therapies, detoxification programs, and harm reduction or rehabilitation services, among others.

The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Kunis specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Kunis can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with skin conditions may be referred to a dermatologist for further diagnostic tests or treatment plans.